Chlorpheniramine/ pseudoephedrine suspension is used for:

Relieving symptoms of sinus congestion, sinus pressure, runny nose, and sneezing due to colds, upper respiratory infections, and allergies. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension is an antihistamine and decongestant combination. The antihistamine works by blocking the action of histamine, which helps reduce symptoms such as watery eyes and sneezing. The decongestant promotes sinus and nasal drainage, relieving congestion and pressure.

Do NOT use chlorpheniramine/ pseudoephedrine suspension if:

you are allergic to any ingredient in chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension

you take sodium oxybate (GHB) or you have taken furazolidone or a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (eg, phenelzine) within the last 14 days

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

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Before using chlorpheniramine/ pseudoephedrine suspension:

Some medical conditions may interact with chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding

if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement

Digoxin or droxidopa because the risk of irregular heartbeat or heart attack may be increased

Bromocriptine or hydantoins (eg, phenytoin) because the risk of their side effects may be increased by chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension

Guanethidine, guanadrel, mecamylamine, methyldopa, or reserpine because their effectiveness may be decreased by chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use chlorpheniramine/ pseudoephedrine suspension:

Use chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Take chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension by mouth with food.

Shake well before each use.

Use a measuring device marked for medicine dosing. Ask your pharmacist for help if you are unsure of how to measure your dose.

If you miss a dose of chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension.

Important safety information:

Chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or blurred vision. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.

Do not take diet or appetite control medicines while you are taking chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension without checking with you doctor.

Chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension has pseudoephedrine and chlorpheniramine in it. Before you start any new medicine, check the label to see if it has pseudoephedrine or chlorpheniramine in it too. If it does or if you are not sure, check with your doctor or pharmacist.

Do NOT take more than the recommended dose or use for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.

If your symptoms do not get better within 5 to 7 days or if they get worse, check with your doctor.

Chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension may cause you to become sunburned more easily. Avoid the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths until you know how you react to chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension. Use a sunscreen or wear protective clothing if you must be outside for more than a short time.

Chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension may interfere with skin allergy tests. If you are scheduled for a skin test, talk to your doctor. You may need to stop taking chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension for a few days before the tests.

Tell your doctor or dentist that you take chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.

Use chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects.

Caution is advised when using chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension in CHILDREN; they may be more sensitive to its effects.

PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension while you are pregnant. It is not known if chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.

Store chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

If you have any questions about chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

Chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.

If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.

This information should not be used to decide whether or not to take chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension or any other medicine. Only your health care provider has the knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for you. This information does not endorse any medicine as safe, effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. This is only a brief summary of general information about chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension. It does NOT include all information about the possible uses, directions, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse effects, or risks that may apply to chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension. This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from your health care provider. You must talk with your healthcare provider for complete information about the risks and benefits of using chlorpheniramine/pseudoephedrine suspension.

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